HV Substation Engineering Leader for Global Data Centers

qtsdatacenters; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 145,000 - 221,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid holidays and time off

Tuition assistance

Parental leave

Job summary

QTS Data Centers is seeking a Manager of Substation Engineering to lead the design and technical execution of utility infrastructure for our data center campuses. You will direct a technical team, collaborate with energy leaders, utilities, and project leaders across regions to deliver critical substations and capacity.

The role requires deep HV substation knowledge, a track record of delivering large projects, and strong leadership.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in electrical, civil, or structural engineering or engineering technology.
• 10+ years in engineering and execution of high voltage substation projects with construction management.
• 2+ years of people leadership experience.
• Experience collaborating with executives and across all organizational levels.
• Knowledge of substations equipment (transformers, breakers, switchgear, relays) from 15kV to 345kV.

Responsibilities

• Lead a portion of the team driving design and execution of substation and utility projects.
• Develop and manage a team of substation engineers, including performance and career development.
• Provide technical guidance for design, installation, and commissioning of substations.
• Drive standards, tools, and processes to improve project execution.
• Oversee construction, installation, and commissioning of substation equipment.
• Identify risks and develop mitigation plans; collaborate with stakeholders across the organization.

Skills

People leadership

HV substations

Communication

Teamwork

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in electrical, civil, or structural engineering or engineering technology

Job description

QTS Data Centers is seeking a Manager of Substation Engineering to lead the design and technical execution of utility infrastructure for our data center campuses. You will direct a technical team, collaborate with energy leaders, utilities, and project leaders across regions to deliver critical substations and capacity.

The role requires deep HV substation knowledge, a track record of delivering large projects, and strong leadership.